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190 courses with the subject NRSG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

NRSG 201Clinical Nursing I: Implementing Primary Prevention6
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 201Clinical Nursing I: Implementing Primary Prevention6
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 220AConversations in Culture: The Hmong Migration2

The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive view of the Hmong culture including social, political, and historical factors that have shaped it and continue to affect it. Students will understand that the Hmong culture is neither static nor monolithic, but rather shaped by gender, class, personal experience, migration patterns, and other factors. An exploration of the Hmong migration patterns will allow students to examine culture change as the Hmong people live and interact in refugee camps, and in the United States and other regions. Students will also be asked to explore their own cultural identity through self-awareness and assessment and articulate how their cultural identity shapes their interactions with those from another culture. Prerequisite: Admission to the nursing major. Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Nursing. Equivalent courses: NRSG 220, NRSG 220B, NRSG 220C

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 220AConversations in Culture: The Hmong Migration2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 220BConversations in Culture: The Somali Migration2

Integrations Requirement (WR) 4 Integrations Requirement (AS) 4 Integrations Requirement or Elective 4

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 220BConversations in Culture: The Somali Migration2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 220CConversations in Culture: The Hispanic Migration2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 220CConversations in Culture: The Hispanic Migration2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 256Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice and Leadership2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 256Introduction to Professional Nursing Practice and Leadership2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 271Individual Learning Project1-4

Supervised reading or research at the lower-division level. Permission of department chair required. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. Not available to first-year students. Restrictions: Students with a class of First Year may not enroll.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 271Individual Learning Project1-4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 301Clinical Nursing II: Implementing Secondary Prevention8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 301Clinical Nursing II: Implementing Secondary Prevention8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 301LClinical Nursing IIL: Implementing Secondary Prevention Lab0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 301LClinical Nursing IIL: Implementing Secondary Prevention Lab0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 302Clinical Nursing III: Implementing Tertiary Prevention8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 302Clinical Nursing III: Implementing Tertiary Prevention8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303Clinical Nursing IV: Community/Population Capstone8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303Clinical Nursing IV: Community/Population Capstone8
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303CImmersion - Belize0

Attributes: Global Engagement (GL)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 303CImmersion - Belize0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303DImmersion - Local0

Attributes: Global Engagement (GL)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 303DImmersion - Local0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303HIMMERSION-ST LUCIA0

Attributes: Global Engagement (GL)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 303HIMMERSION-ST LUCIA0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303IIMMERSION-ZAMBIA0

Attributes: Global Engagement (GL)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 303IIMMERSION-ZAMBIA0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 303JIMMERSION-COSTA RICA0

Attributes: Global Engagement (GL)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 303JIMMERSION-COSTA RICA0
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 312Informatics3

This course provides a foundation for the use of information systems and technology to support and improve healthcare systems. The student will be introduced to core informatic principles and information literacy skills in order to evaluate information systems used in healthcare organizations and be positioned to provide the leadership for improvement in those systems. Students will demonstrate knowledge of standards and principles for selecting and evaluating information systems and patient care technology, and related ethical, regulatory, and legal issues. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with the MSN - BSN Direct Entry 4+1 attribute. Equivalent courses: NRSG 402, NRSG 502

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 312Informatics3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 314Integrated Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I4

IntegrationsRequirement (HE) 4

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 314Integrated Pathophysiology and Pharmacology I4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 315Integrated Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II2

This is part two of a two-course sequence that builds upon scientific knowledge. The course focuses on foundational pathophysiology, psychopathology and pharmacology concepts.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 314
NRSG 315Integrated Pathophysiology and Pharmacology II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 317Global Perspectives3

This course emphasizes the tools necessary for advanced practice nurses to interpret epidemiologic data and use biostatistics to explore population health issues both local and globally. Concepts key to the evaluation of population health such as descriptive epidemiology, study design, measures of excess risk, causal inference, screening, measurement error, confounding, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, p-values, and sample size calculation are included in this course. Analysis of the determinants of health and system issues across settings both locally and globally encourages students to identify common inequalities and priority policy interventions for improving population health. Prerequisite: Approved application to take graduate courses for credit. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with the MSN - BSN Direct Entry 4+1 attribute. Equivalent courses: NRSG 413, NRSG 513

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 317Global Perspectives3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 318Ethics, Healthcare Policy and Advocacy3

This course explores the ethical and legal issues for advanced nursing practice and the role of the APRN in healthcare policy and patient advocacy. Ethical foundations are the framework that serves as the structure and support for all aspects of nursing practice. Focus will be on ethical and legal challenges from within and outside of the discipline of nursing to advanced nursing practice, education, and administration in healthcare. Advanced practice nurses should have specialized knowledge and skills of research, medical, legal and business ethics, health care reform and policy relevant to evidence-based practice in order to advocate for a reduction in health care disparities. Identity (CI). CI course may be taken concurrently with Focus Course. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students with the MSN - BSN Direct Entry 4+1 attribute. Equivalent courses: NRSG 390, NRSG 414, NRSG 514 Attributes: Thematic Focus - Truth

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
Learning Foundations(LF), Cultural and Social Difference:
NRSG 318Ethics, Healthcare Policy and Advocacy3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 319Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 319Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 336Practicum I (MS)1

Course Description: The focus of this course will be the development of the student as a master’s prepared nurse leader. Students will work directly with a faculty mentor and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving program outcomes. Students are required to pursue leadership, practice and education experiences that address graduate program outcomes and the Master’s Essentials. These leadership practice experiences will lead to development of practice at the advanced level in practice, leadership, and education. Prerequisites: Approved application to take graduate courses for credit. Equivalent courses: NRSG 420

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 336Practicum I (MS)1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 344Transforming Nursing Practice through Leadership and Technology4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 344Transforming Nursing Practice through Leadership and Technology4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 356Leadership: Designer, Manager, and Coordinator of Care4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 356Leadership: Designer, Manager, and Coordinator of Care4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 371Individual Learning Project1-4

Supervised reading or research at the upper-division level. Permission of department chair and completion and/or concurrent registration of 12 credits within the department required. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. Not available to first-year students. Restrictions: Students with a class of First Year may not enroll.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 371Individual Learning Project1-4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 374Transforming population health care through leadership and system-based principles4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 374Transforming population health care through leadership and system-based principles4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 390Healthcare Ethics4

This course directs students to re-think ethics in today’s system of healthcare, where the best possibilities for ethical healthcare in this century lie beyond traditional and mainstream thought. Students will question assumptions guided by the major principles of healthcare ethics and reflect deeply on clinical cases across healthcare disciplines from the perspective of professional and consumer. Identity (CI). CI course may be taken concurrently with Focus Course. Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Nursing. Students with the 2024-2025 Registration Cohort, 2025-2026 Registration Cohort or 2026-2027 Registration Cohort attributes may not enroll. Equivalent courses: NRSG 318, NRSG 414, NRSG 514 Attributes: Benedictine Raven (BN), Thematic Focus - Truth CSBSJU Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2026-2027 379

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
Learning Foundations(LF), Cultural and Social Difference:
NRSG 390Healthcare Ethics4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 395Provider of Care/Leadership Capstone5

Utilizing knowledge and skills acquired in both nursing and liberal arts courses, this course emphasizes the integration of the full baccalaureate professional nurse role as provider, designer, and coordinator of care, and member of a profession. This course will require application of concepts taught in all concurrent and previous courses. These experiences will occur in a variety of health care settings. Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Nursing. Students with the 2024-2025 Registration Cohort, 2025-2026 Registration Cohort or 2026-2027 Registration Cohort attributes may not enroll. Attributes: Experiential Engagement (EX)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 201 and NRSG 301 and NRSG 302
NRSG 395Provider of Care/Leadership Capstone5
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 397Internship1-16

This course provides clinical based learning opportunities to encourage application of theory and research-based knowledge in clinical practice. Students will engage in experiences to enhance the development of their professional nursing role. Attributes: Experiential Engagement (EX)

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 397Internship1-16
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
16
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 401Research Methods3

This course prepares the advanced practice nurse to provide leadership for evidenced based practice. The course emphasizes the integration of knowledge across disciplines and from a variety of sources. Review of research methodology applicable to advanced practice nursing with a focus on application of science to practice and practice to science to solve practice problems and improve health outcomes. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 401Research Methods3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 402Informatics3

This course provides a foundation for the use of information systems and technology to support and improve healthcare systems. The student will be introduced to core informatic principles and information literacy skill in order to evaluate information systems used in healthcare organizations and be positioned to provide the leadership for improvement in those systems. Students will demonstrate knowledge of standards and principles for selecting and evaluating information systems and patient care technology, and related ethical, regulatory, and legal issues. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 312, NRSG 502

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 402Informatics3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 403Methods of Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement (3
Subject
NRSG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 403Methods of Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 404Evaluation and Translation of the Evidence3

This course explores the theoretical, ethical and practical challenges to translation of evidence across disciplines into practice. The course emphasizes various methods of critical analysis and translation techniques using information technology for direct application across advanced care settings and evaluation strategies focused on problem solving and improvement in patient centered care and outcomes of practice. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 404Evaluation and Translation of the Evidence3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 410Theoretical Basis for Nursing Inquiry3

This course explores the theoretical foundations for advanced nursing. Theoretical foundations are the framework that serves as the structure and support for all aspects of nursing inquiry, including the rationale fo the inquiry, the problem statement, the purpose, the significance, and the research questions. Focus will be on applying a variety of theories from within and outside of the discipline of nursing to advance nursing practice, education, and administration. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 410Theoretical Basis for Nursing Inquiry3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 413Global Perspectives3

This course emphasizes the tools necessary for advanced practice nurses to identify the correct uses and interpret biostatistics for epidemiologic and global health nursing research. The application of these tools will occur though critical appraisal of the nursing literature focused on population health. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 317, NRSG 513

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 413Global Perspectives3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 414Ethics, Health Policy and Advocacy3

This course explores the ethical and legal issues for advanced nursing practice and the role of the APRN in healthcare policy and patient advocacy. Ethical foundations are the framework that serves as the structure and support for all aspects of nursing practice. Focus will be s on ethical and legal challenges from within and outside of the discipline of nursing to advanced nursing practice, education, and administration in healthcare. Advanced practice nurses should have specialized knowledge and skills of research, medical, legal and business ethics, health care reform and policy relevant to evidence-based practice in order to advocate for a reduction in health care disparities Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 318, NRSG 390, NRSG 514

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 414Ethics, Health Policy and Advocacy3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 415Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 415Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 420Transition to Advanced Practice: Practicum I1

The focus of the practicums courses will be the development of the student as a master’s prepared nurse leader for education and practice. The students will work directly with a faculty mentor, clinical preceptor, and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving practicum and program outcomes. Students are required to pursue immersive leadership, practice and education experiences that address graduate program outcomes, and select AACN Essentials for advanced practice, CNL competencies, and CNEcl content. These experiences, in diverse microsystems and across the care continuum, will lead to development of skills at the advanced level of practice, leadership, and education. AACN Requirements Regarding advanced level nursing education (AACN, Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, 2021, p.21-22): “Advanced-level nursing education programs provide rich and varied opportunities for practice experiences (both direct and indirect care experiences) to prepare graduates with {advanced level competencies] as well as applicable advanced nursing practice specialty/advanced nursing practice role competencies and requirements. Practice experiences are required to integrate didactic learning, promote innovative thinking, and test new potential solutions to clinical practice or system issues. Therefore, the development of new skills and practice expectations can be facilitated through use of creative learning opportunities in diverse settings." Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 336

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 420Transition to Advanced Practice: Practicum I1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 421Practicum II2

The focus of the practicums courses will be the development of the student as a master’s prepared nurse leader for education and practice. The students will work directly with a faculty mentor, clinical preceptor, and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving practicum and program outcomes. Students are required to pursue immersive leadership, practice and education experiences that address graduate program outcomes, and select AACN Essentials for advanced practice. These experiences, in diverse microsystems and across the care continuum, will lead to development of skills at the advanced level of practice, leadership, and education. AACN Requirements Regarding advanced level nursing education (AACN, Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, 2021, p.21-22): “Advanced-level nursing education programs provide rich and varied opportunities for practice experiences (both direct and indirect care experiences) to prepare graduates with {advanced level competencies] as well as applicable advanced nursing practice specialty/advanced nursing practice role competencies and requirements. Practice experiences are required to integrate didactic learning, promote innovative thinking, and test new potential solutions to clinical practice or system issues. Therefore, the development of new skills and practice expectations can be facilitated through use of creative learning opportunities in diverse settings." Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. CSBSJU Graduate Academic Catalog 2026-2027 29

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 420
NRSG 421Practicum II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 422Practicum III1

The focus of the practicums courses will be the development of the student as a master’s prepared nurse leader for education and practice. The students will work directly with a faculty mentor, clinical preceptor, and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving practicum and program outcomes. Students are required to pursue immersive leadership, practice and education experiences that address graduate program outcomes, and select AACN Essentials for advanced practice, CNL competencies, and CNEcl content. These experiences, in diverse microsystems and across the care continuum, will lead to development of skills at the advanced level of practice, leadership, and education. AACN Requirements Regarding advanced level nursing education (AACN, Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, 2021, p.21-22): “Advanced-level nursing education programs provide rich and varied opportunities for practice experiences (both direct and indirect care experiences) to prepare graduates with {advanced level competencies] as well as applicable advanced nursing practice specialty/advanced nursing practice role competencies and requirements. Practice experiences are required to integrate didactic learning, promote innovative thinking, and test new potential solutions to clinical practice or system issues. Therefore, the development of new skills and practice expectations can be facilitated through use of creative learning opportunities in diverse settings." Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 421
NRSG 422Practicum III1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 435Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology3

This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to diagnose, treat, and manage pathophysiological disorders across primary, tertiary and secondary levels of care. Emphasis is placed on a solid understanding of mechanism of disease and corresponding clinical manifestations for application of evidenced based strategies for diagnosis, treatment and management. Appropriate screening and diagnostic evaluations will be included. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 435Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 436Advanced Pharmacology I3

This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to use relevant health assessment data to identify appropriate pharmacological treatment using evidenced based guidelines and conforming to the applicable laws, codes and regulation of prescribing. Application of the principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and evaluation of drug effectiveness, including herbal and natural remedies is emphasized. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 436Advanced Pharmacology I3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 437Advanced Pharmacology II2

This course will build on the foundation of knowledge from the pharmacology course. Focus will be on the clinical application of advanced pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics for specialty populations including the older adult, and pediatric populations for disease conditions encountered in primary care settings. Students will learn clinical application of pharmacology with specialized areas including psychiatric medications, the mental health population and prescribing for the complex patient. Uses a body systems approach and includes principles of altered pharmacodynamics related to age, race, and ethnicity. This course will explore the principles of pharmacotherapeutics in advanced practice, including pharmacodynamics, assessment, and decision-making for appropriate drug use, monitoring, education and cost versus benefit of the prescribed drug. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 437Advanced Pharmacology II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 439Advanced Health Assessment3

This course will focus on learning the principles, skills, diagnostic reasoning and practice of advanced assessment for clients within a variety of healthcare settings. The student will learn skills to increase his/her knowledge base regarding diagnostic skills, techniques and integration resulting in a patient diagnosis. The student will develop complex skills for problem solving and critical thinking to improve the health and wellness of clients. The course will address the collaborative teamwork required of health care professionals for the person seeking care. The student will learn about principles of role transition from registered nurse to advanced level practice which requires the ability to independently manage care for a client. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 539

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 439Advanced Health Assessment3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 454The Influential Nurse Leader3

This course prepares advanced practice nurse leaders to inspire individual and organizational excellence by understanding the people they work with and how to effectively use that knowledge in building high- performance working relationships (HLA, 2004). AONL competencies emphasized will be: systems thinking; professional and personal accountability; communication and relationship processes; identifying and using resources to help deliver communications; and relationship and communication at the organizational and departmental level. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 454The Influential Nurse Leader3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 455Creating a Vision for Nursing Practice3

This course prepares advanced practice nurse leaders to create and attain a shared vision, and to successfully manage change to attain the organization's strategic ends and successful performance (HLA). AONL competencies emphasized will be: identifying stakeholder expectations; communicating the organizational mission, vision, and strategic plan; facilitating alternative dispute resolution; practicing and valuing shared decision making; understanding public relations and involving the community; creating, participating in, and leading teams. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 455Creating a Vision for Nursing Practice3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 456Modern Decision Making in a Collaborative Environment (3
Subject
NRSG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 456Modern Decision Making in a Collaborative Environment3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 464Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation for

Nurse Educators (3 Credits) This course prepares nurse educators to develop, revise, assess, and evaluate nursing curricula and educational programming in both academic and clinical practice arenas. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 464Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation for Nurse Educators3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 465Facilitating Learning3

This course will prepare the nurse leader with the necessary skills and knowledge to develop innovative teaching-learning environments. Essentials skills include integration of the nurse educator role, the unique attributes of the learner, setting and context, effective teaching strategies, and technologies used to achieve learning outcomes, Students will also be expected to develop learner appropriate assessment and evaluation methods to measure effectiveness. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 465Facilitating Learning3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 466Transition to Advanced Professional Practice3

This course prepares graduate nursing students to transition into advanced roles as nurse educators and nurse leaders within academic and healthcare systems. Emphasis is placed on leadership, collaboration, advocacy, scholarship dissemination, and professional identity formation aligned with AACN (2021) and NLN CNE competencies. Students engage in 40 practicum hours to apply leadership, curriculum, and partnership strategies in real-world settings. The course focuses on advancing population health, fostering interprofessional collaboration, promoting health equity, and developing lifelong professional growth through reflective practice and role socialization. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 465
NRSG 466Transition to Advanced Professional Practice3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 467Nurse Educator Role Transition3

Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 467Nurse Educator Role Transition3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 468Advanced Clinical Knowledge2

This course will use a case study and exemplar approach to enable students to integrate advanced concepts from core and support course content to advance nursing knowledge and clinical judgement in complex practice environments and health care organizations. Clinical interventions and outcomes for specific populations will be explored using standard models for evaluating health outcomes. This course also allows for the opportunity to expand nursing knowledge in the preparation of specialty certification.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 468Advanced Clinical Knowledge2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 471Independent Study for Graduate Nursing1-3

Supervised reading or research outside of program coursework. Permission of program chair required. Consult department for applicability towards degree requirements. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Master of Science in Nursing or Not Degree Seeking degrees. Equivalent courses: NRSG 571

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 471Independent Study for Graduate Nursing1-3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 501Research Methods3

This course prepares the advanced practice nurse to provide leadership for evidenced based practice. The course emphasizes the integration of knowledge across disciplines and from a variety of sources. Review of research methodology applicable to advanced practice nursing with a focus on application of science to practice and practice to science to solve practice problems and improve health outcomes. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 501Research Methods3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 502Informatics3

This course provides a foundation for the use of information systems and technology to support and improve healthcare systems. The student will be introduced to core informatic principles and information literacy skill in order to evaluate information systems used in healthcare organizations and be positioned to provide the leadership for improvement in those systems. Students will demonstrate knowledge of standards and principles for selecting and evaluating information systems and patient care technology, and related ethical, regulatory, and legal issues. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 502Informatics3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 503Methods of Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 503Methods of Program Evaluation and Quality Improvement3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 504Evaluation and Translation of the Evidence3

This course explores the theoretical, ethical and practical challenges to translation of evidence across disciplines into practice. The course emphasizes various methods of critical analysis and translation techniques using information technology for direct application across advanced care settings and evaluation strategies focused on problem solving and improvement in patient centered care and outcomes of practice. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 504Evaluation and Translation of the Evidence3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 510Theoretical Basis for Nursing Inquiry3

This course explores the theoretical foundations for advanced nursing. Theoretical foundations are the framework that serves as the structure and support for all aspects of nursing inquiry, including the rationale for the inquiry, the problem statement, the purpose, the significance, and the research questions. Focus will be on applying a variety of theories from within and outside of the discipline of nursing to advance nursing practice, education, and administration. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 510Theoretical Basis for Nursing Inquiry3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 513Global Perspectives3

This course emphasizes the tools necessary for advanced practice nurses to identify the correct uses and interpret biostatistics for epidemiologic and global health nursing research. The application of these tools will occur though critical appraisal of the nursing literature focused on population health. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 317, NRSG 413

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 513Global Perspectives3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 514Ethics, Health Policy and Advocacy3

This course explores the ethical and legal issues for advanced nursing practice and the role of the APRN in healthcare policy and patient advocacy. Ethical foundations are the framework that serves as the structure and support for all aspects of nursing practice. Focus will be on ethical and legal challenges from within and outside of the discipline of nursing to advanced nursing practice, education, and administration in healthcare. Advanced practice nurses should have specialized knowledge and skills of research, medical, legal and business ethics, health care reform and policy relevant to evidence-based practice in order to advocate for a reduction in health care disparities. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 318, NRSG 390, NRSG 414

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 514Ethics, Health Policy and Advocacy3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 515Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 515Health Care Systems and Organizational Leadership3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 520Transition to Advanced Practice3

This course explores the role of the advanced practice nurse in healthcare. Understanding the role of the APRN is essential for providing a framework of understanding of the role and level of practice. This course will focus on the history of the advanced practice nurse and evolution of the role, competencies of the advanced practice nurse, MS/ DNP competencies and essentials, scope of practice, advanced practice roles, advanced practice environments and legal considerations. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 520Transition to Advanced Practice3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 535Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology3

This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to diagnose, treat, and manage pathophysiological disorders across primary, tertiary and secondary levels of care. Emphasis is placed on a solid understanding of mechanism of disease and corresponding clinical manifestations for application of evidenced based strategies for diagnosis, treatment and management. Appropriate screening and diagnostic evaluations will be included. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 535Advanced Physiology/Pathophysiology3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 536Advanced Pharmacology I3

This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nurses to use relevant health assessment data to identify appropriate pharmacological treatment using evidenced based guidelines and conforming to the applicable laws, codes and regulation of prescribing. Application of the principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and evaluation of drug effectiveness, including herbal and natural remedies is emphasized. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 536Advanced Pharmacology I3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 537Advanced Pharmacology II2

This course will build on the foundation of knowledge from the pharmacology course. Focus will be on the clinical application of advanced pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics for specialty populations including the older adult, and pediatric populations for disease conditions encountered in primary care settings. Students will learn clinical application of pharmacology with specialized areas including psychiatric medications, the mental health population and prescribing for the complex patient. Uses a body systems approach and includes principles of altered pharmacodynamics related to age, race, and ethnicity. This course will explore the principles of pharmacotherapeutics in advanced practice, including pharmacodynamics, assessment, and decision-making for appropriate drug use, monitoring, education and cost versus benefit of the prescribed drug. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 536 and NRSG 520
NRSG 537Advanced Pharmacology II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 539Advanced Health Assessment3

This course will focus on learning the principles, skills, diagnostic reasoning and practice of advanced assessment for clients within a variety of healthcare settings. The student will learn skills to increase his/her knowledge base regarding diagnostic skills, techniques and integration resulting in a patient diagnosis. The student will develop complex skills for problem solving and critical thinking to improve the health and wellness of clients. The course will address the collaborative teamwork required of health care professionals for the person seeking care. The student will learn about principles of role transition from registered nurse to advanced level practice which requires the ability to independently manage care for a client. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 439

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 539Advanced Health Assessment3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 551Family Systems2

The focus of this course is to review major family perspectives, and theories and to apply this information to modern family issues that can impact health care delivery. The student will analyze the interrelationship between family and society in contemporary life in the United States and globally and reflect on past and present trends in family structure, relationships, and ethics. The course will examine various types of relationships, marriages, and families and how these factors can influence situations in healthcare. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 551Family Systems2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 552Advanced Diagnostics I2

This course will explore the advanced level procedural and diagnostic skills required for independent practice as an APRN. Students will learn and demonstrate advanced diagnostic and procedural skills that are used within primary care, urgent care and acute care settings. Students will increase their critical reasoning skills as it relates to selecting appropria diagnostic tests and completing advanced level procedural skills to allow for diagnosis and treatment of a client’s healthcare problem. Students will learn and demonstrate these advanced diagnostic and procedural skills within a lab setting. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and (NRSG 539
NRSG 552Advanced Diagnostics I2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 553Advanced Diagnostics II2

This course will explore the advanced level procedural and diagnostic skills required for independent practice as an APRN. Students will learn and demonstrate advanced diagnostic and procedural skills that are used within primary care, urgent care and acute care settings. Students will increase their critical reasoning skills as it relates to selecting appropriate diagnostic tests and completing advanced level procedural skills to allow for diagnosis and treatment of a client’s healthcare problem. Students will learn and demonstrate these advanced diagnostic and procedural skills within a lab setting. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 539
NRSG 553Advanced Diagnostics II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 554The Influential Nurse Leader3

This course prepares advanced practice nurse leaders to inspire individual and organizational excellence by understanding the people they work with and how to effectively use that knowledge in building high- performance working relationships (HLA, 2004). AONL competencies emphasized will be: systems thinking; professional and personal accountability; communication and relationship processes; identifying and using resources to help deliver communications; and relationship and communication at the organizational and departmental level. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 554The Influential Nurse Leader3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 555Creating a Vision for Nursing Practice3

This course prepares advanced practice nurse leaders to create and attain a shared vision, and to successfully manage change to attain the organization's strategic ends and successful performance (HLA). AONL competencies emphasized will be: identifying stakeholder expectations; communicating the organizational mission, vision, and strategic plan; facilitating alternative dispute resolution; practicing and valuing shared decision making; understanding public relations and involving the community; creating, participating in, and leading teams. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 555Creating a Vision for Nursing Practice3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 556Modern Decision Making in a Collaborative Environment3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 556Modern Decision Making in a Collaborative Environment3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 557Specialty Care Management2

This course will build on the knowledge of holistic care of the patient learned in Advanced Practice Nursing I, II, and III. The nurse practitioner student will learn how to apply an advanced level of critical thinking, collaborative work, comprehensive assessment and diagnostic reasoning in the diagnosis and holistic treatment of patients across the lifespan for complex patients within primary care, acute care and specialty areas. The student will demonstrate the use of advanced practice skills in health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan within an acute care and specialty care setting. The nurse practitioner student will learn to critically use subjective and objective data to develop a comprehensive plan of care for a patient by applying advanced level clinical decision- making skills and documentation. and NRSG 560 and NRSG 561 and NRSG 562 Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. CSBSJU Graduate Academic Catalog 2026-2027 33

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
Corequisite
NRSG 587
NRSG 557Specialty Care Management2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 560Advanced Practice Nursing I3

This course will focus on the holistic care of the patient within a primary care setting. The nurse practitioner student will learn how to apply an advanced level of critical thinking, collaborative work, comprehensive assessment and diagnostic reasoning in the diagnosis and holistic treatment of patients across the lifespan within the primary care setting. The student will demonstrate the use of advanced practice skills in health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan within a primary care setting. The nurse practitioner student will learn to critically use subjective and objective data to develop a comprehensive plan of care for a patient by applying advanced level clinical decision-making skills and documentation in the primary care setting. The primary focus for this course will be common diagnosis in the adult patient. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
Corequisite
NRSG 584
NRSG 560Advanced Practice Nursing I3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 561Advanced Practice Nursing II4

This course will build on the knowledge of holistic care of the patient learned in Advanced Practice Nursing I. The nurse practitioner student will learn how to apply an advanced level of critical thinking, collaborative work, comprehensive assessment and diagnostic reasoning in the diagnosis and holistic treatment of patients across the lifespan within the primary care setting. The student will demonstrate the use of advanced practice skills in health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan within a primary care setting. The nurse practitioner student will learn to critically use subjective and objective data to develop a comprehensive plan of care for a patient by applying advanced level clinical decision-making skills and documentation in the primary care setting. The primary focus for this course will be common diagnosis in Woman’s health and specialty areas. and NRSG 560 Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
Corequisite
NRSG 585
NRSG 561Advanced Practice Nursing II4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 562Advanced Practice Nursing III4

This course will build on the knowledge of holistic care of the patient learned in Advanced Practice Nursing I and II. The nurse practitioner student will learn how to apply an advanced level of critical thinking, collaborative work, comprehensive assessment and diagnostic reasoning in the diagnosis and holistic treatment of patients across the lifespan within the primary care setting. The student will demonstrate the use of advanced practice skills in health promotion and disease prevention across the lifespan within a primary care setting. The nurse practitioner student will learn to critically use subjective and objective data to develop a comprehensive plan of care for a patient by applying advanced level clinical decision-making skills and documentation in the primary care setting. The primary focus for this course will management of the acutely ill patient and common diagnosis in the pediatric population. and NRSG 560 and NRSG 561 Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
Corequisite
NRSG 586
NRSG 562Advanced Practice Nursing III4
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 563Capstone for the Advanced Practice Nurse: Transition to

Practice (2 Credits) The focus of this course will be the role transition from registered nurse to advanced practice nurse. The student will analyze the changes in their new APRN role and how to increase their confidence in the role. Students will explore the requirements needed to successfully transition into their new level of practice including requirements for advanced certifications, licensure and professional requirements. and NRSG 560 and NRSG 561 and NRSG 562 Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
NRSG 563Capstone for the Advanced Practice Nurse: Transition to Practice2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 564Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation for

Nurse Educators (3 Credits) Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 564Curriculum Development, Assessment, and Evaluation for Nurse Educators3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 565Facilitating Learning3

This course will prepare the nurse leader with the necessary skills and knowledge to develop innovative teaching-learning environments. Essentials skills include integration of the nurse educator role, the unique attributes of the learner, setting and context, effective teaching strategies and technologies used to achieve learning outcomes, Students will also be expected to develop learner appropriate assessment and evaluation methods to measure effectiveness. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 565Facilitating Learning3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 566Transition to Advanced Professional Practice3

This course explores the role of the MSN prepared nurse educator/leader in healthcare. This course prepares graduate students to transition from the role of registered nurse to academic/clinical nurse educator or a nurse leader. The focus is on functioning effectively in the role of nurse educator or nurse leader and on continuous self-improvement. By completing 40 practicum hours, students will gain experience collaborating with faculty, staff nurse educators, administrators, and support personnel in the institution(s) of their choice. This course will focus on the evolution of the role, competencies and MSN essentials, scope of practice, advanced professional roles, practice environments and legal considerations. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 566Transition to Advanced Professional Practice3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 567Nurse Educator Role Transition3

Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 567Nurse Educator Role Transition3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 571Independent Study for Graduate Nursing1-3

Supervised reading or research outside of program coursework. Permission of program chair required. Consult department for applicability towards degree requirements. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Equivalent courses: NRSG 471

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 571Independent Study for Graduate Nursing1-3
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 580Practicum Inquiry I (12

The focus of this course will be the development of the student as a doctoral prepared nurse leader. Students will work directly with a faculty mentor and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving program outcomes. Students are required to pursue leadership practice experiences that address graduate program outcomes and the DNP Essentials. These leadership practice experiences will lead to development of practice at the highest level as a scholar and nurse leader. AACN Requirements Regarding DNP Practice Experiences (AACN, Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice, 2006, p.19): “…These experiences should be designed to provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Experiences include in-depth work with experts from nursing as well as other disciplines and provide opportunities for meaningful student engagement within practice environments. Given the intense practice focus of DNP programs, practice experiences are designed to help students build and assimilate knowledge for advanced specialty practice at a high level of complexity…” Must be taken in sequence. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. ,

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 580Practicum Inquiry I2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 581Practicum Inquiry II (12

The focus of this course will be the development of the student as a doctoral prepared nurse leader. Students will work directly with a faculty mentor and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving program outcomes. Students are required to pursue leadership practice experiences that address graduate program outcomes and the DNP Essentials. These leadership practice experiences will lead to development of practice at the highest level as a scholar and nurse leader. AACN Requirements Regarding DNP Practice Experiences (AACN, Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice, 2006, p.19): “…These experiences should be designed to provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Experiences include in-depth work with experts from nursing as well as other disciplines and provide opportunities for meaningful student engagement within practice environments. Given the intense practice focus of DNP programs, practice experiences are designed to help students build and assimilate knowledge for advanced specialty practice at a high level of complexity…” Must be taken in sequence. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 580
NRSG 581Practicum Inquiry II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 582Practicum Inquiry III (12

The focus of this course will be the development of the student as a doctoral prepared nurse leader. Students will work directly with a faculty mentor and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving program outcomes. Students are required to pursue leadership practice experiences that address graduate program outcomes and the DNP Essentials. These leadership practice experiences will lead to development of practice at the highest level as a scholar and nurse leader. AACN Requirements Regarding DNP Practice Experiences (AACN, Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice, 2006, p.19): “…These experiences should be designed to provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Experiences include in-depth work with experts from nursing as well as other disciplines and provide opportunities for meaningful student engagement within practice environments. Given the intense practice focus of DNP programs, practice experiences are designed to help students build and assimilate knowledge for advanced specialty practice at a high level of complexity…” Must be taken in sequence.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 581
NRSG 582Practicum Inquiry III2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 583Practicum Inquiry IV2

The focus of this course will be the development of the student as a doctoral prepared nurse leader. Students will work directly with a faculty mentor and specific inter- and intra-professional team leaders in various integrative-practice activities with the goal of achieving program outcomes. Students are required to pursue leadership practice experiences that address graduate program outcomes and the DNP Essentials. These leadership practice experiences will lead to development of practice at the highest level as a scholar and nurse leader. AACN Requirements Regarding DNP Practice Experiences (AACN, Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice, 2006, p.19): “…These experiences should be designed to provide systematic opportunities for feedback and reflection. Experiences include in-depth work with experts from nursing as well as other disciplines and provide opportunities for meaningful student engagement within practice environments. Given the intense practice focus of DNP programs, practice experiences are designed to help students build and assimilate knowledge for advanced specialty practice at a high level of complexity…” Must be taken in sequence. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 582
NRSG 583Practicum Inquiry IV2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 584Clinical Practicum I2

The focus of this course will be the development of advanced practice skills as it relates to health promotion and disease prevention for clients within primary care. The student will learn how to use critical and diagnostic reasoning within the clinical setting to holistically assess, diagnose, manage and educate patients across the lifespan. Students will work with a faculty preceptor caring for patients in a clinical setting to use skills based on primary care delivery principles. Students will collaborate with the healthcare team, communicate and document the care of their patients under the supervision of their faculty preceptor. This course will focus on the care of a patient as it relates to physical, sociocultural, psychological, developmental, and spiritual aspects of life. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. CSBSJU Graduate Academic Catalog 2026-2027 35

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
NRSG 584Clinical Practicum I2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 585Clinical Practicum II2

The focus of this course will be the development of advanced practice skills as it relates to health promotion and disease prevention for clients within primary care. The student will learn how to use critical and diagnostic reasoning within the clinical setting to holistically assess, diagnose, manage and educate patients across the lifespan. Students will work with a faculty preceptor caring for patients in a clinical setting to use skills based on primary care delivery principles. Students will collaborate with the healthcare team, communicate and document the care of their patients under the supervision of their faculty preceptor. This course will focus on the care of a patient as it relates to physical, sociocultural, psychological, developmental, and spiritual aspects of life. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
NRSG 585Clinical Practicum II2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 586Clinical Practicum III2

The focus of this course will be the development of advanced practice skills as it relates to health promotion and disease prevention for clients within primary care. The student will learn how to use critical and diagnostic reasoning within the clinical setting to holistically assess, diagnose, manage and educate patients across the lifespan. Students will work with a faculty preceptor caring for patients in a clinical setting to use skills based on primary care delivery principles. Students will collaborate with the healthcare team, communicate and document the care of their patients under the supervision of their faculty preceptor. This course will focus on the care of a patient as it relates to physical, sociocultural, psychological, developmental, and spiritual aspects of life. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
NRSG 586Clinical Practicum III2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 587Clinical Practicum Elective2

The focus of this course will be the development of advanced practice skills as it relates to care for complex clients within specialty care areas. The student will learn how to use critical and diagnostic reasoning within the clinical setting to holistically assess, diagnose, manage and educate patients within their designated specialty area. Students will work with a faculty preceptor caring for patients in a specialty care clinical setting to use skills based on primary care delivery principles to care for complex clients. Students will collaborate with the healthcare team, communicate and document the care of their patients under the supervision of their faculty preceptor. This course will focus on the care of a patient as it relates to physical, sociocultural, psychological, developmental, and spiritual aspects of life. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 535 and NRSG 536 and NRSG 537 and NRSG 539
NRSG 587Clinical Practicum Elective2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 590Doctorate Project I2

The purpose of the DNP project is to synthesize the competencies within the 2021 The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education as an outcome measure of end-of program student performance. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), doctoral education is distinguished from other forms or levels of education by the completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and prepares the student for future scholarship. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. CSBSJU Undergraduate Academic Catalog 2026-2027 387

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
NRSG 501 and NRSG 504
NRSG 590Doctorate Project I2
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 591Doctorate Project II1

The purpose of the DNP project is to synthesize the competencies within the 2021 The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education as an outcome measure of end-of program student performance. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), doctoral education is distinguished from other forms or levels of education by the completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and prepares the student for future scholarship. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 591Doctorate Project II1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 592Doctorate Project III1

The purpose of the DNP project is to synthesize the competencies within the 2021 The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education as an outcome measure of end-of program student performance. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), doctoral education is distinguished from other forms or levels of education by the completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and prepares the student for future scholarship. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 592Doctorate Project III1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 593Doctorate Project IV1

The purpose of the DNP project is to synthesize the competencies within the 2021 The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education as an outcome measure of end-of program student performance. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), doctoral education is distinguished from other forms or levels of education by the completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and prepares the student for future scholarship. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-graduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 593Doctorate Project IV1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
NRSG 594Doctorate Project V1

The purpose of the DNP project is to synthesize the competencies within the 2021 The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education as an outcome measure of end-of program student performance. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), doctoral education is distinguished from other forms or levels of education by the completion of a specific project that demonstrates synthesis of the student’s work and prepares the student for future scholarship. Restrictions: Enrollment limited to students in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027-undergraduate
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu
Prerequisite
None
NRSG 594Doctorate Project V1
Subject
NRSG
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Catalog
2026-2027 Edition Academic Catalog
Source
catalog.csbsju.edu

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